On February 20, 2026, Indus Motor Company Limited (IMC) reported a record profit after tax of Rs 12.7 billion for the first half of FY26, marking a 28% increase from Rs 9.96 billion in the same period last year. This performance is attributed to a significant surge in vehicle sales, which rose by 40%, and is the highest half-yearly profit recorded since 2014. IMC declared a second interim cash dividend of Rs 46 per share, reflecting a 460% payout. The company urged the government to relax auto financing restrictions and provide tax relief to support the auto sector's growth, emphasizing the need for measures that facilitate the localization of auto parts (TechJuice).